Auditor Qualification Course on CQI 15 Welding System Assessment (WSA) based on AIAG CQI 15 Version 2

CQI-15 version 2 is a welding system assessment (WSA), which is now mandatory as a part of customer-specific requirements in IATF 16949:2016. AIAG CQI-15 standard implementation aims to develop a welding management system that facilitates continual improvement, emphasizes defect prevention, and reduces variation and waste in the supply chain. AIAG (Automotive Industry Action Group) released the first CQI-15 edition (version 1) in 2010, followed by the second print in 2020. The Special Process: Welding System Assessment 2nd edition (CQI-15) is a comprehensive audit covering all variations of welding intended to provide a common approach to a welding management system for automotive production and service part organizations. OEMs now mandate compliance with CQI-15 as “Customer-specific requirements”; hence, they must undergo formal auditor qualification training for CQI-15 WSA. Internal process audits are considered with the CQI-9 standards, where the heat treatment process is part of the organization’s manufacturing processes.

Session 1

1) Summary of CQI 15 Awareness Module.
- Scope of CQI 15 WSA - Goal of CQI 15
- Understanding of Criteria for CQI 15 WSA Auditor
2) Preparation of Process Turtle for given scenario / Case study

Session 2

Manufacturing Engineers, Production Engineers working in Welding process, Welding Shop Supervisors, Process Validation / QA Engineers working in Welding Process, New Product/Process development Engineers involved in Welding Process, Internal & External Process Auditors, Quality Management Systems and Quality Engineers, who need to achieve Auditor Qualification in Welding System Assessment (CQI 15 -WSA).

Note: Educational degree in Metallurgy is not mandatory for attending this course. Responsible persons related to Welding process of parts, should attend.

• Understand the prerequisites and competence criteria to become a CQI 15 WSA Auditor.
• Learn the flow of WSA Process Auditing, Audit Planning, summarising audit results, and closers.
• Understand a point of emphasis for job audit, process table, and how to audit these.
• Learn how to integrate CQI 15 WSA requirement with existing IATF 16949 QMS and manufacturing process audits.

The qualification certificate can be obtained by enrolling and attending our instructor-led training program. After completion of the course, participants are required to attend an examination containing multiple-choice questions to obtain the certificate. Participants scoring above the passing criteria will be awarded the certificate.

1. When can I get the certificate?
CQI 15 WSA Auditor Qualification certification will be issued within 21 working days from the examination date.

2. When can I get the training material and invite?
One day before the commencement of the training program.

3. How do I pay the fees for training and examination?
Online mode

4. What are the benefits of the CQI 15 WSA Auditor Qualification Program?

• Understand the prerequisites and competence criteria to become a CQI 15 WSA Auditor
• Learn the flow of WSA Process Auditing, Audit Planning, summarizing audit results, and closers
• Understand a point of emphasis for job audit, process table, and how to audit these
• Learn how to integrate CQI 15 WSA requirement with existing IATF 16949 QMS and manufacturing process audits

5. Is there any refund policy for the paid fees?
Please refer to Cancellation and Refund policy page.